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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1967
Page
1
A sailor perished when his vehicle struck a stanchion after a clear road ahead and no braking. Authorities delayed naming the victim pending notification of relatives.
Community event at 2 p.m. marks the opening of Irvington Park with a July dedication. A display features an Air Force F-10 26th unit as part of the ceremony and celebrations planned for attendees.
Newark residents may join a Fourth of Celebration at The Coliseum Complex featuring patriotic displays. Wwordpeaker pro tem Achan Bee announces action scenes from Revolutionary War to World Wars I, with Armed Forces salute and 3 foot high Centinedo display. Fremont fire department reminders stress no fireworks whether dangerous or safe and sane.
A nurse urges political recall and associated platform actions amid calls in government circles. The report notes discussions on recall legality and ongoing efforts by officials to gather support and organize events. Further details appear on page 2 column 8.
Fair through tomorrow with little temperature change. High near 74 today and a low around 57 to 59 tonight. Winds from the west to northwest at 12 to 25 mph. Details Page 2.
Dr Max Rafferty state superintendent will speak at a July 13 meeting of the Hayward Area Republican Business and Professional Men's Club. Fremont to open Irvington Park at 2 pm today. Fremont plans a new planning director within a month per City Manager Don Driggs. Alameda County Fair will wrap Independence Day celebrations with an 8 30 pm fireworks display.
A San Diego attorney appeals to Gov Ronald Reagan to spare the life of Edward Lovie Arguello in San Quentin's gas chamber on July 11 for the slaying of an 82 year old San Diego woman.
Rep. Jerry D. Pettis of California says he does not expect a strong ethics code for congressmen. He doubts any list of thou shalt nots will be effectively enforced. Page 7.
A Congo government special envoy travels to Algiers to demand the former president Moise Tshormbe be handed over for execution as a traitor. Page 4
Reports say Egypt fired across the Suez Canal at Israeli positions with mortars and machine guns prompting Israeli retaliatory fire. Cairo claims Israel destroyed several Egyptian tanks and armored cars in weekend clashes as UN debates Middle East resolutions. Israel’s Dayan toured the Allenby Bridge as thousands of refugees moved eastward amid tense warnings over the peace.
OCAM members split over a draft resolution urging Israel to withdraw troops. France and Russia press for support while Congo Brazzaville and Senegal back the non aligned view. Only two OCAM states clearly support the draft amid Franco Soviet influence and African hesitance.
Fireworks display planned at the Alameda County Fair as gates open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The midway offers rides, exhibits, and entertainment in the Court of the Four Seasons. A 2 p.m. post time and a noon circus mark the day’s events with several attractions listed for visitors.
Sunol Regional Park is closed due to high grass and fire danger. Park officials warn a single cigarette could spark a blaze with injuries and hive losses possible. The closure may last a day or two. visitors should call Sunol Park office at 863 2244 to verify status.
A Newark report explains a five step salary schedule and automatic yearly raises. Officials note payrolls rose 9 percent, with actual boosts of 322 to 83 dollars monthly for a few months, and planned step increases tied to employee anniversaries.
Fremont ranks fifth in total retail sales for 1966 while Oakland leads in population and sales. Population figures list Oakland 385 700 and Berkeley 118 300 with Fremont at 88 300. Fremont’s disposable personal income is reported as 88 817 per person, according to Sales Management Magazine.
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